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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on June 8, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Kentucky, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Resources portal or the Louisville Metro COVID-19 Response website.

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Description of Program and Relief

Three-Month Extension of Certification Period for All Recipients of All Public Assistance Programs (Including Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP or formerly food stamps), Medicaid, Kentucky Transitional Assistance Program (KTAP) and State Supplementation)

The Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) will extend certification periods for all recipients of all public assistance programs (the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP or formerly food stamps), Medicaid, Kentucky Transitional Assistance Program (KTAP)) for three months. Those households whose certification periods end in May will automatically be extended to August, June to September, and so on.

Job search, work and participation requirements are temporarily suspended for SNAP able-bodied adults without dependents, the Kentucky Works Program, and the Child Care Assistance Program.

Government or Lead Agency

Kentucky Department for Community Based Services

Dates Available

March 18, 2020, until further notice.

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

If you are already enrolled, you do not need to apply. Your certification will automatically be extended for three months.

If you wish to apply to public assistance programs, you may verify your eligibility by using the tools available at: https://benefind.ky.gov/

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

Beneficiaries do not need to apply for the extension.

Contact for More Information

The DCBS call center can be reached at (855) 306-8959.

For Medicaid only, the Kentucky Healthcare customer service line can be reached at (855) 459-6328.

List of Additional Information

More information can be found at: https://benefind.ky.gov/

The press release extending certification is available at: https://kentucky.gov/Pages/Activity-stream.aspx?n=GovernorBeshear&prId=96


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